~ the eSPIRE Newsletter ~
September 15, 2019
The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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A Collect for the Commemoration of September 11:
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Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, and no strength known but the strength of love: We pray thee so mightily to shed and spread abroad thy Spirit, that all peoples and ranks may be gathered under one banner, of the Prince of Peace; as children of one God and Father of all; to whom be dominion and glory now and for ever. Amen.
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Fall Programming Has Begun!
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Rally Sunday has been pushed back one week because of the hurricane, but all of our offerings have begun or are beginning this week! Those include:
- Rector's Bible Study (Thursdays starting tomorrow at noon)
- Wednesdays Alive! service, supper, and classes (TONIGHT beginning at 5:30)
- Youth Group (Middle School: Fridays at 6:00, High School: Sundays at 6:00)
- Rector's Forum (begins this Sunday at 9:30)
For more information about our fall offerings, take a look at our discipleship brochure.
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9:15 ~ Children’s Sunday School
Sunday School for children of all ages resumes this Sunday at 9:15! Parents of 7th-grade Confirmation students are asked to join their children for the first class, which begins at
9:00
in the Parlor of the Ministries Hall.
9:30 ~ Adult Christian Formation
The Rev. Jeff Miller begins his study of Revelation on Sunday––join him in the Parish Hall for the Rector’s Forum. Financial Peace University begins at
9:15
in the Chapel, and the Rev. Andrew O’Dell’s Foundations class begins
next Sunday
, September 22, at 9:15 in the Parlor.
10:30 ~ Worship Service of Holy Communion
**no 8:15 service on Rally Sunday**
Our rector, the Rev. Jeff Miller, will preach on Matthew 15:21-28 at our 10:30 service of Holy Communion. Children ages four through fourth grade are invited to attend Children’s Church, located in room 109 of the Parish House. Drop-off begins at 10:15, and children will meet their parents in the narthex during the welcome and announcements. Bagpiper Jim Dillahey will play “Highland Cathedral,” and the Charles Towne Brass will accompany the St. Philip’s Choir on the offertory anthem, Richard Shephard’s arrangement of “Te Deum Laudamus in B-flat.”
12:00 ~ BBQ Fellowship Lunch in the Parish Hall
Following the service, head to the Parish Hall for fellowship and enjoy a delicious lunch with BBQ provided by St. Philip’s own Jimmy Hagood of Food for the Southern Soul.
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Hurricane Dorian Aftermath:
Supporting Water Mission’s Relief Efforts in the Bahamas
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Following Hurricane Dorian’s pass at the Lowcountry, we are swiftly recovering: yards are cleaned up, power has returned, and school is back in session. We thank God for His protection from a storm which many feared would be catastrophic for us. In the Bahamas, though, the people continue to suffer; 96% or more are reported to be without access to clean water. Water Mission, one of St. Philip's world mission partners, is working to provide 35,000 gallons of clean water daily, as well as generators, water treatment packets, and other much needed supplies for those affected.
St. Philippians, God is calling upon us to give generously to help Water Mission with these efforts to provide the survivors of this storm with the gift of clean water. And thanks to the Friess family of Texas, who has promised to match up to $1,000,000 in a grant for Water Mission’s Hurricane Dorian relief efforts, your donation can have twice the positive impact.
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You may also mail your donations to
Water Mission, P.O. Box 63320, Charlotte, NC 28263-3320, or drop them by the church office (please make checks out to Water Mission with Hurricane Dorian Relief in the memo line), and we will forward them to Water Mission.
The King will answer them, “Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.” ––Matthew 25:40
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Summer Surprise
by Scharlene Ringer
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My granddaughter Grace, who lives in California, spends two weeks with Doug and me every summer without her parents. At a very early age, around two, she fell in love with Jesus. She learned to read at three out of the Jesus Storybook Bible, and now at 11, she is reading the “real” Bible. She loves to play “Bible Bottecelli,” a game we made up where we guess characters in the Bible. She knows more than I do about the Old Testament kings, and at the beach she makes Bible scenes out of shells she finds. Because of the grandparenting ministry events and Brian McGreevy’s C.S. Lewis class, Doug and I are learning to be intentional about our grandparenting the way Jesus wants us to.
This summer when Grace stayed with me the first two weeks in July, I was looking for something for her to do at St. Philip’s, knowing that most children’s activities were in recess, a well deserved rest for the teachers and leaders. I was surprised, then, to see an announcement in the eSPIRE about a Tuesday evening program led by David Gilbert. Before his program, at 5:00 p.m., was an opportunity for a Bible study with Sarah Silcox, just for girls Grace’s age. This program was called “Against the Tide,” and it fit right into our schedules between zip-lining and the waterpark. The first meeting was the week before Grace returned to California. I emailed David and Sarah and asked them if she could come, even though she would only be able to attend once. I received immediate warm responses from both, saying she was welcome. They would be on the lookout.
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Kanuga Registration is OPEN!
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The annual parish retreat at Kanuga, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Hendersonville, NC, is a time of spiritual enrichment and nourishment for parishioners of all ages. There are daily opportunities for worship and fellowship, and there’s also time for you to explore the grounds and the Hendersonville area on your own if you’d like.
This year’s speaker is the Rev. Dr. Kendall Harmon, Canon Theologian for the Diocese of South Carolina, and the theme of the weekend is “Graciously Engaging the Consuming Fire: Biblical Reflections on Prayer.”
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TONIGHT at 7:00 after worship and supper!
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Come join us in the Parlor of the Ministries Hall (corner of Church and Queen Streets) for a weekly excursion into one of C.S. Lewis’s most interesting and accessible books,
The Screwtape Letters, led by the Rev. Brian McGreevy. A fictional correspondence between a senior devil and a junior devil about how to tempt Christians away from their faith, this book also serves as an engaging and challenging primer on what it means to follow Jesus in a hostile culture. All are welcome!
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Registration Open for Youth Confirmation Class
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All seventh-graders are invited to participate in a year of Youth Confirmation classes, exploring the principles of our Christian faith through study of the Bible, the Apostles’ Creed, and the Book of Common Prayer. The class meets on Sunday mornings beginning this week,
Rally Sunday, September 15.
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Questions? Contact Rachel Murphy in the church office (843-722-7734, ext. 235) or Al Phillips, who has taught this class faithfully for over 15 years (
843-906-8200).
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Tricounty Shelves are Bare––Can You Help?
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While preparing for Hurricane Dorian, did you stock up on canned goods? If you did, please consider donating some of what you have to Tricounty Family Ministries, one of St. Philip’s Home Missions partners. Donations may be dropped off at Tricounty 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. any weekday except Thursday:
Tricounty Family Ministries
2105 Cosgrove Ave
North Charleston, SC 29405
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Spiritual Gifts Workshop
Friday, October 4 (7:00-9:00 p.m.)-Saturday, October 5 (9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
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God has given you (yes, you!) gifts for ministry, and there is no greater joy than discovering these gifts and finding ways to use them in the service of Christ. Join Brian McGreevy, Frenchie Richards, and Andrew O’Dell for a Spiritual Gifts workshop and find out what God has planned for you!
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Starting Soon: Foyer Groups
Food and fellowship with old and new friends
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Looking for a great way to get to know others in the St. Philip’s family? Consider joining a Foyer Group! Whether you are a longtime St. Philippian or relative newcomer, married or single, you are encouraged to sign up to enjoy these informal monthly gatherings to help strengthen the bonds of affection and sense of community in our parish.
Click below to learn more and sign up, or call the church office at (843) 722-7734.
If you have any questions about Foyer Groups, you may contact
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ECW Fall Dinner
with the Very Rev. Dr. Peter M. Moore
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Tuesday, October 8, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall
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Ladies, join us for an evening with the Very Rev. Dr. Peter M. Moore, director of the Anglican Leadership Institute and scholar-in-residence at St. Michael’s Church in Charleston. Dr. Moore’s talk, “An Unsung Hero: A Woman’s Discipleship in the Face of Adversity,” will highlight the work of an American woman who became an important figure in spreading Christianity in China in the 1940s. RSVP to the church office at (843) 722-7734.
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The ECW is looking for a few volunteers to serve on the New Mothers Committee. This committee helps women transition from “expecting” to “mothering” by providing a meal, prayers, and encouragement. If you would like to help, please contact Gigi Dobbins.
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Musical Opportunities at St. Philip’s
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Join the St. Philip’s Choir!
“We are never more like God than when we serve,” said Brian McGreevy in his homily last Sunday. It is so true! If God has given you a talent, please use it to His glory! The St. Philip’s Choir is accepting singers who wish to serve God and His people. You will be filled week by week with the joy of serving God in His Church. We know you are busy, but God’s work is important. Join us as we share the Gospel through music.
Above, members of the St. Philip's Choir sing the National Anthem at "The Joe."
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Music Theory Class ~ Tuesdays in the Choir Room
Music theory classes resume on Tuesday, September 17, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. in the choir room. Come join the fun of learning to read and understand music. Contact Pat Gould for details.
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Children's Choirs
Parents, did you know that your children three years old to third grade can participate in the Cherub, St. Nicholas, or St. Cecilia Choirs of St. Philip's––no audition required? These choirs, which meet weekly on Wednesday afternoons September through April and sing in church once a month, follow a music-readiness program of singing, listening, and moving to music in a Christian environment.
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Do you have a child in 4th-12th grade? The sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses of the Canterbury and St. David Choirs rehearse Thursday evenings September through May and sing in church monthly. To schedule a simple audition for your child, please email director Jo Hethcox by clicking below.
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An invitation from Life Resources
One of St. Philip's Home Missions Partners
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Hurricane Season is Still Here:
Can the Disaster Relief Team Help You Prepare or Clean Up?
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The St. Philip's Disaster Relief Team's mission is to provide help, assistance, and hope to our parishioners and neighbors in times of extreme crisis. It is our plan to provide comfort and minor emergency repairs.
If you believe you may require assistance before or after a disaster, please fill out the form below.
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If you would like to volunteer as a toiler, please contact Gerry McCord at (843) 224-1342, or click below to email him.
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Starting on Rally Sunday:
Financial Peace University
Sundays 9:15-10:15 a.m. in the Chapel beginning September 15
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Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University is
the class that helps you pay off debt, budget, save money, and give generously. Sit down with Tripp Hathaway and the Rev. Ryan Streett in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd and learn about debt snowballs, emergency funds, wealth-building, and more. Joining the class is the first step to financial freedom! Course materials, including the workbook, may be purchased through the church.
If you have questions or you'd like to register, please contact Tripp Hathaway at 571-246-1590 or click below to email him.
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Calling Anyone Who Enjoys Singing Hymns!
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The Resurrection Choir is accepting new members! The presence of this choir makes a huge difference at funerals. No rehearsals, no anthems, no audition! Just lead the congregation in singing familiar hymns at parish funerals. Please contact Pat Gould at
pgould@stphilipschurchsc.org
or 843-364-9552.
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Would you like to take another listen to Sunday's sermon? Or were you out of town and you missed it the first time? Sermons, the Rector's Forum, and more are available on our website,
stphilipschurchsc.org/sermons-classes
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Never miss a sermon! Click below to subscribe to our Sermons podcast.
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SAVE THE DATE
Oct. 4-5 ~ Spiritual Gifts Workshop
Oct. 8 ~ ECW Fall Dinner (6:00 in the Parish Hall)
Oct. 10 ~ The Gathering: A Life Resources event
Oct. 14 ~ Columbus Day (church office closed)
Oct. 25-27 ~ Parish Retreat at Kanuga
Oct. 25-27 ~ Anglican Women’s Retreat
Nov. 10 ~ Choral Evensong (5:00 p.m.)
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Membership Directory
Are you looking for a fellow parishioner's contact information? Our directory is online! Click the "My St. Philip's" button on our homepage,
stphilipschurchsc.org
, to log in or sign up for an account. And for easy access on your phone, download the Church Life app!
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Do you have a loved one you would like added to our prayer list?
Please provide his or her name by calling the church office, 843-722-7734
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We pray for the sick:
Rhett Ambrite; Katie Burris; Catherine Cousins; Elizabeth Flowers; Robert Gould; Tracy Graudin; Ben Hagood, Sr.; Jonathan Hanger; Jiri Jilich; Joe Livesay; Jean Gray Mohs, Peter Moore; Carroll O’Neal; Rick Pickford; Edmund Rhett; Antoon Rijswijk; Benjamin Schools; Sarah Bella Slagsvol; and Lindsey Wing.
We grieve with and pray for: Joey Clark and family on the death of his father, Abe Joseph Clark, Jr., on August 23.
We grieve with and pray for: Laura Wichmann Hipp and family on the death of her father, Fred Wichmann, on August 27.
We grieve with and pray for: The family of Frank Lucas, who died on September 1.
We pray for our expectant parents:
Ryan and Jennie Emerson,
Sam and Carrie Little, Boykin and Thomas Anderson, Katie and Ruben Perez-Phillips.
We pray for protection for:
Becca Baird, Julia Beasley, Graham Blunt, Henry Clayton, Ben Colyer, David Daughtridge, Hayes Fair, George Hoefer, Andrew Kane, Charles Kirkman, Frazier Kulze, John Mason,
Clay McLaurin, Ned Montgomery, Edward Pritchard, and David Scott serving in our Armed Forces.
We pray for our home missions:
Star Gospel Mission, Tricounty Family Ministries, Life Resources, St. John's Chapel, and the Open Door Committee.
We pray for our world missions:
For Suzy McCall and LAMB, for the medical missions to Honduras, for ministry to victims of genocide and AIDS in Rwanda, for 10/40 Tribal Commission, for Water Mission, and for St. Jean Baptiste, our sister church, and the schools in Haiti.
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St. Philip's Regular Weekly Worship Services
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Collect for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 19:
O God, forasmuch as without thee we are not able to please thee, mercifully grant that thy Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with thee and the same Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Readings for Sunday
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- Hebrews 10:19-25
- Matthew 15:21-28
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Sundays
8:15 a.m. – Holy Communion: Rite I, in the Church
10:30 a.m. – Holy Communion: Rite I, in the Church (on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays)
10:30 a.m. – Morning Prayer: Rite I, in the Church (on the 2nd and 4th Sundays)
Wednesdays
8:00 a.m. – Morning Prayer, 1928 Prayer Book, in the Chapel
5:30 p.m. – Wednesdays Alive! Holy Communion: Rite II, in the Church (Sept.–June)
Lay server schedules are sent out quarterly, one month prior to the start of each quarter.
If you are unable to serve, please make an effort to find a substitute, and let
Felicia Lescow
in the church office know who will be substituting for you.
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ST. PHILIP'S CHURCH
142 Church Street | Charleston, SC 29401
Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday
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